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School Announcements
Vineyards Elementary will be on a paid lunch system for the 2026-2027 school year.
Vineyards Elementary School will be running its own before and after-school program (School Age Childcare).
District Announcements
As Florida's educational landscape evolves, CCPS has implemented proactive financial and operational adjustments to match changing student populations while maintaining its top-tier "A" rating. Here is how our district is aligning enrollment and fiscal realities with long-term academic excellence.
As we enter our first week of school, we ask parents to please take a moment to review this important message from Superintendent Dr. Leslie Ricciardelli. Have a wonderful start to the school year!
Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce the District has earned an “A” rating for the 2025-2026 school year from the Florida Department of Education.
CCPS is the proven choice for education in Collier County. To ensure new students are ready to start on day one, we encourage families to complete the online enrollment process by July 15.
Message from the Principal
Mr. Mitch Kinstler
Welcome to Vineyards Elementary School where we are committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities to motivate and engage all students in a safe and nurturing environment. Our staff provides our students with the necessary skills to become creative thinkers, collaborative problem solvers, responsible decision makers and lifelong learners. As principal, I invite you to get involved in our wonderful school community by joining our incredible PTO (Parent Teacher Organization), our amazing SAC (School Advisory Council) or by volunteering. It is my honor and privilege to be the principal of such an amazing school. Go Vipers!
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Points of Pride
Laws of Life Contest!
We are so proud of our students who participated in the Laws of Life Contest! Their thoughtful writing, creativity, and reflections on values and character truly showcased the heart of our Viper community.
Point of Pride
VES Noetic Math Challenge
VES is proud of our Noetic Math Challenge students for thinking outside the box and shining bright!
Point of Pride
VES Annual Fun-A-Thon!
VES Annual Fun-A-Thon! The excitement, teamwork, and school spirit in this photo say it all. From cheering friends to students ready to race, this is what unforgettable school memories are made of!
Points of Pride
Rockin' Through the 50s
Our music department inspires students with the sounds of the 1950s and the legendary Chuck Berry! Learning music history has never been so much fun!